Bulgaria Gini Index
Gini index (0=perfect equality, 100=perfect inequality) SI.POV.GINI
Bulgaria's gini index was 37.9 in 2025, ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1989–2025.
Overview
Bulgaria's gini index stood at 37.9 in 2025, a decline of +1.6 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 37.9 by 2025. Bulgaria ranked 23rd globally.
Bulgaria's Gini Index, a measure of income inequality, has exhibited significant fluctuations since 1989. The country's all-time peak of 41.30 in 2018 marked a notable divergence from its relatively low Gini Index of 23.40 in the same year, indicating a substantial increase in income disparity. A comparison with peer countries reveals that Bulgaria's Gini Index of 37.94 in 2025 ranks it closely with the Philippines, which has a nearly identical value. The significant improvement in the Gini Index from 23.40 in 1989 demonstrates Bulgaria's progress in reducing income inequality in the post-communist era. However, the country still faces challenges in achieving a more equal distribution of income. A steady decline in the Gini Index, particularly in countries with similar economic profiles, such as Malta, could indicate a potential shift towards a more equitable income distribution in Bulgaria, assuming economic growth and social policies continue to promote equality.
Data & projection
| Year | Gini Index | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 37.6 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 37.9 | - | - |
| 2025 | 37.9 | −1.6 | #23 |
| 2023 | 39.5 | +1.3 | #39 |
| 2022 | 38.2 | −0.8 | #49 |
| 2021 | 39.0 | −1.5 | #59 |
| 2020 | 40.5 | +0.2 | #56 |
| 2019 | 40.3 | −1.0 | #62 |
| 2018 | 41.3 | +0.9 | #73 |
| 2017 | 40.4 | −0.2 | #59 |
| 2016 | 40.6 | +2.0 | #63 |
| 2015 | 38.6 | +1.2 | #55 |
| 2014 | 37.4 | +0.8 | #55 |
| 2013 | 36.6 | +0.6 | #42 |
| 2012 | 36.0 | +1.7 | #47 |
| 2011 | 34.3 | −1.4 | #43 |
| 2010 | 35.7 | +1.9 | #52 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bulgaria matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw gini index improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bulgaria's gini index was 37.9 in 2025. Ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from the previous year.
Bulgaria's gini index peaked at 41.3 in 2018.
The lowest gini index in Bulgaria was 23.4 in 1989.
Bulgaria ranks 23rd globally in gini index as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SI.POV.GINI. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bulgaria's gini index is projected to reach 37.9 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The gini index of Bulgaria in 2025 was 37.9. This ranks 23rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bulgaria_gini-index,
title = {Bulgaria Gini Index},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bulgaria/gini-index/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}